Description

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"A worthwhile compilation for libraries and bookstores seeking titles on the subject."--Criticas

"This book is the kind of true testimonial that all Americans should read."--Clamor Magazine

This anthology reclaims September 11 as the anniversary of the 1973 US-backed coup in Chile by General Pinochet against the popularly elected Allende government. It combines moving personal accounts with a political and historical overview of the coup, featuring Ariel Dorfman's poignant essay "The last September 11" and President Allende's radio broadcast. Other contributors include Pablo Neruda, Fidel Castro, Joan Jara, V ctor Jara, and Beatriz Allende.

About the Author

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Ariel Dorfman is a renowned Chilean author. Pablo Neruda is one of Latin America's best-loved poets, his most famous work being Canto General. Born in Chile, and widely respected for his outspoken political views, he died only days after the coup against the popularly elected Allende government in September 1973. Salvador Allende was the popularly elected president of Chile, overthrown by a bloody, US-sponsored coup led by General Pinochet on September 11, 1973. Editors Pilar Aguilera and Ricardo Fredes are young Chileans who now live in Australia.